Bhikhapur
Bhikhapur is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Bhikhapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhikhapur unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Bhikhapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhikhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhikhapur is 201255. The village spans a total geographical area of 564.17 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Bhikhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Bhikhapur
Population of Bhikhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhikhapur has a total population of about 4,525, with approximately 2,312 males and 2,213 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 700 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 959 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.92%, with male literacy at about 69.64% and female literacy near 47.72%. There are around 721 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhikhapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,525 | 2,312 | 2,213 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 373 | 327 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 959 | 475 | 484 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,666 | 1,610 | 1,056 |
Illiterate Population | 1,859 | 702 | 1,157 |
Connectivity of Bhikhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhikhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Bhikhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhikhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhikhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhikhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhikhapur
- Where is Bhikhapur located?
- Bhikhapur village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhikhapur?
- Bhikhapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bhikhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhikhapur is 4,525, with 2,312 males and 2,213 females.
- How many households are there in Bhikhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhikhapur village has a total of 721 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhikhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhikhapur is 58.92%. The male literacy rate is 69.64%, while the female literacy rate is 47.72%.